Ocean Currents : Science World Report

Jan 22, 2016 02:34 PM EST

Melting Greenland Ice Sheet Could Impact Global Ocean Circulation

The release of fresh water from melting Greenland ice sheets could interrupt the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), which is an important global ocean circulation element, according to a new study.

Oct 15, 2015 11:12 AM EDT

Climate Change: Scientists Identify 'Tipping Points' Of Climate

Scientists from the University of Southampton have identified potential "tipping points" where global warming could cause regional shifts in climate.

Aug 06, 2015 08:00 AM EDT

New Deep-Sea Anglerfish is Something Out of Nightmares

It's a horrifying discovery. Scientists have uncovered a new species of deep-sea anglerfish in the deep waters in the northern Gulf of Mexico.

Aug 03, 2015 11:42 AM EDT

Hurricanes Transport Pollutants: New Study Reveals Storm-Generated Currents

Researchers have taken a closer look at how the downwelling of warm waters in the ocean actually deepens a storm's fuel tank for rapid intensification toward hurricane statues and how that influences currents.

Jun 11, 2015 07:54 AM EDT